The L-Plate Set for Nikon D850 from Really Right Stuff is a modular design composed of an Arca-type compatible base plate and L-component that facilitate easier, more stable switching between horizontal and vertical shooting orientations while working on top of a tripod.

The CNC machined 6061-T6 aluminum L-plate maintains complete access to the battery door, the camera's ports, and obstruction-free use of the camera's LCD monitor. Both parts can be separated slightly, and retightened if more room is needed for your tethering cable or cable release. Furthermore, the L-plate has a durable Type II anodized finish, and the plate has laser-engraved center marks on the back to align it on a tripod head. Plus, there is an additional QD socket on the plate for the Quick Disconnect strap system, and machined bosses are located at each end of the L-plate for a hand or shoulder strap. Additionally, a hex key is included, which stores on the top inside of the base plate.

The L-plate is a modular design, which can be separated slightly, and retightened if more room is needed

Arca-type compatible dovetail plate, which provides a quick release function on both axes of the camera

L-plate maintains complete access to the battery door, the camera's ports, and no obstruction of the camera's LCD monitor

Rated 3 out of
5 by
Lynn from
Needs to be redesignedThis is 4th RRS L bracket I've owned.� All have been good quality brackets (including this one).� HOWEVER-I feel this one was designed by a novice engineer without a clue.� The L bracket� works fine.
BUT:
1-bracket came with 3 hex wrenches-only places to store 2 magnetically-this is because the 2 slide stop hex screws have different size hex (duh-they couldn't come up with the same hex?).
2-the slide stop hex screw on the vertical bracket is completely useless as it just goes completely in a hole and does nothing as it stops nothing, nor is it in a position to do so.
3-the slide stop hex screw works just fine-EXCEPT that if you you a Black Rapid strap or MONOPOD you have to remove the slide stop screw in order to attach the Black Rapid strap or MONOPOD to the bottom bracket.
In the image attached the slide stop screw is the small hole in the midlineto the right of the monopod/strap screw hole-too close to be able to use both at the same time.�
I also have a D500 with an RSS L bracket and the slide stop screw does NOT interfere with the MONOPOD/Black Rapid connector

Date published: 2017-12-03

Rated 4 out of
5 by
UdoinDesert from
Perfect FitI am using RRS brackets since a long time now and do appreciate their mechanical excellency. This L-bracket is no exception. It is now a two-part unit which is a great idea and offers more flexibility. Keeping the necessary tools in place via magnet is a nice feature as well although I never missed this feature on my older brackets. If the magnets are able to hold the tools over time will be seen later. The bracket is still too new to comment on this right now.
One thing which bothers me somehow is the slightly reddish color cast of the coating which is supposed to be neutral black. Maybe an issue with the galvanising process? That's the reason for a one star deduction.

Date published: 2017-11-24

Rated 5 out of
5 by
David from
Solid!This L bracket is confusing to some because the instructions are poor. No explanation of the included screws or the hex wrenches. Well, if you can get past that and a bit of research, the long screw goes in through the top of the L bracket, through the eyelet of the camera strap (you must take off the triangle strap holder) and then secures to the backside of the LO bracket. This makes it very snug and solid. No flex on those vertical shots! The smaller screw goes in the bottom of the plate to act as a stop so the plate and camera are not accidentally bouncing on your feet or rocks if the tripod ball clamp is not tight enough. �Wrenches: 3 on on the bottom of the plate, one on the L side and one in the bag in the box - that I have no idea what that one is for.

Date published: 2018-03-14

Rated 5 out of
5 by
Lyle from
PRECISIONWhat I really like about RRS products is that they simply exude quality and precision.� That's true with this product.� The fit and quality are superb. Another added bonus of this RRS L-Plate and that the allen wrench (hex key) stays with this bracket via magnet; good thinking RRS. It is always there to slide open the L part of the plate if you need extra room to open the rubber doors on the D-850 to attach wires.� RRS really did their usual quality work on this product. Needless to say, this L-Plate fits my D850 perfectly.

Date published: 2018-01-30

Rated 2 out of
5 by
Don from
Solid construction, poor attention to detailI'm still scratching my head over the fact that they include two allen wrenches that are too small for the screws.� I ended up having to use one of my own.� Not a big deal but annoying lack of attention to detail.�
Great build quality.� Definitely grips my d850 and holds it very stable.

Date published: 2018-01-26

Rated 5 out of
5 by
Adrian Hodge from
Stunning Quality!This L-Plate is the first RRS product I've purchased.
It's also the first product-specific (non universal) L-bracket I've had for a camera body.
My first impressions were just how amazingly light this product feels, second was the incredibly high level of quality, the base plate fits like a glove, the two-stage sliding design is great, so solid and the two hex keys housed on-board with magnets to hold them in place is genius!
Thank you RRS for making such a great product

Date published: 2017-12-03

Rated 5 out of
5 by
Dee Plate from
Dee Plate ReviewWell built and pricey. The bracket is well made and fits both ARCA and Manfrotto clamps perfectly. The base plate has an indexing post to align it with the D850 camera bottom keeping it properly aligned when attached. The L bracket is easily removed or secured for portrait mounting. It’s adjustable to allow clearance to access the side flaps for cable insertion and removal. Overall an excellent product, expensive, but you definitely get what you pay for.

Date published: 2018-03-29

Rated 5 out of
5 by
Chip from
Very Nice!Well RRS really came though with this L-Plate. I really like the built in allen wrench. At some point I will get the battery pack for the D850 and I will need to remove the L-Plate during hand held portrait sessions, nice to have the wrench right there. Expensive, yes, but the quality is always there with RRS.